Spyware Compare - Software Programs
(See also Anti virus programs)
Here is a list of accredited and popular Spyware removal programs to date.
Charted for easy comparison below.
Quick factoids:
How quickly are these spyware programs growing?
Compare within the past year the number of new trojans, key loggers
and adware applications has grown 4 fold (Over 2,000 new applications).
As more of our livelihood goes online, the more imperative it is that we take precautions.
The sad fact of the matter is most computers used at homes are woefully underprotected.
It is estimated 80% (SpyBot) of PC's are currently infected with some type of Spyware program.
Blocking Spyware
Using the HOSTS file to
block undesirable websites
and ads.
Find Spyware in the Registry
Using the registry to quickly scan registry keys spyware programs may
use to install themselves on bootup.
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Spyware Comparison
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Spyware Review 9/10 |
Spy Sweeper |
Spy Sweeper v2.2, PC Magazine's 2004 Editors Choice Award. Spy Sweeper safely detects and removes all forms of spyware including; Trojans, adware, keyloggers and system monitors. Try it now for free! $29.95 |
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Spyware Eliminator |
Chosen by AOL to bundle with its software. Detects and removes spyware. Highlights: removes all forms of spyware, includes a popup blocker and automatic updates. $29.99, trial version available. |
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McAfee Virus Scan |
McAfee Virus scan, Both an Anti virus and spyware removal package. Detects spyware, email scanning, instant message scanning, script stopper. $29.95 |
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Spy Bot |
Spy-Bot v1.2, PC Magazine Honorable mention. For the more technically oriented. Stand alone tool. Free. |
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Ad-aware |
Adaware Plus 6, one the easier to use anti-spyware products to date. A solid and simple interface. Stand alone tool. |
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